“Have faith in yourself.” The words traveled steadily and smoothly in the thin air until they reached my ears. I tapped my foot as beads of sweat rolled down my face. I was in my anxious state again. My Spanish teacher, reading my signs of unease, sat in her chair trying to keep me calm as she waited for me to recite the capitals of Venezuela. It was all or nothing. Anxiety has been my constant companion since childhood, an inner demon I fight on a daily basis. For years, I struggled to maintain self-control of my emotions and it prevented me from reaching my full potential. Until, one day, I got my first taste of victory. It was the initiation of my transformation from a weak and timid girl into an industrious and confident student.
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An instant feeling of fear overwhelmed my body. How would I be able to lead the team? Would I let them all down? As I paced tirelessly across the room, I began to doubt myself and considered quitting. When I spoke to my sister about my dilemma, she looked at me with serene eyes and uttered, “You’re a Pelayo. Pelayo’s don’t quit.” Every feeling of doubt and worry left my body. I was determined, eager, and zealous. I had transformed my state of anxiety into a feeling of purpose and commitment. I had conquered my inner demons of anxiety once more. On May 5th of 2013, Morada Middle School earned the second place spot at the annual San Joaquin Academic Pentathlon competition. Arleth Pelayo, the team captain, walked to the stage, shook the presenter’s hand, and was handed the school plaque.
Having faith in myself allowed me to surpass my anxiety and form my aspirations to go to college. This gift of faith has driven me beyond expectations, both in and out of school. My experience in the Academic Pentathlon team has inspired to be a leader in group projects, school clubs, and much more. I aspire that this gift of faith will allow me to acquire a college degree and the confidence needed to better my
When I …show more content…
An instant feeling of fear overwhelmed my body. How would I be able to lead the team? Would I let them all down? As I paced tirelessly across the room, I began to doubt myself and considered quitting. When I spoke to my sister about my dilemma, she looked at me with serene eyes and uttered, “You’re a Pelayo. Pelayo’s don’t quit.” Every feeling of doubt and worry left my body. I was determined, eager, and zealous. I had transformed my state of anxiety into a feeling of purpose and commitment. I had conquered my inner demons of anxiety once more. On May 5th of 2013, Morada Middle School earned the second place spot at the annual San Joaquin Academic Pentathlon competition. Arleth Pelayo, the team captain, walked to the stage, shook the presenter’s hand, and was handed the school plaque.
Having faith in myself allowed me to surpass my anxiety and form my aspirations to go to college. This gift of faith has driven me beyond expectations, both in and out of school. My experience in the Academic Pentathlon team has inspired to be a leader in group projects, school clubs, and much more. I aspire that this gift of faith will allow me to acquire a college degree and the confidence needed to better my